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Bloom in Tune – The Bernstein Chapter of the Spokane Symphony Associates is presenting this flower and plant sale fundraiser. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Spokane Symphony Orchestra. Thursday. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Camyn’s Greenhouse, 4317 S. Garfield St. 747-8613.

UI Plant Sale – Thursday and Friday. Hosted by University of Idaho Plant and Soil Science Club. Proceeds go to fund scholarships, educational opportunities and service projects. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Idaho Commons Courtyard and at the Sixth Street Greenhouses, Moscow. (208) 885-7251.

Iris Society – Town and County Iris Society meets the first Friday of each month. Friday. 7 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main. 926-4225.

Annual Plant Sale – Plants from the yards of Rosalia’s garden club members will be sold. Saturday. 8 a.m., Rosebud Gallery, Rosalia.

Columbia Basin Farmers’ Market and Bazaar – Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon. The WSU Extension Master Gardeners will host their annual plant sale. Saturday. Moses Lake Civic Park..

Inland Empire Dahlia Society – Tuber sale. Saturday. 8 a.m., Northwest Seed and Pet, 2422 E. Sprague. 535-3738.

Medical Lake Cub Scouts Pack 307 Flower Sale – Proceeds of this sale will benefit the Scout’s summer camp, awards and participation in the Pine Wood Derby. Saturday. 9 a.m., Medical Lake Elementary School parking lot, 250 S. Prentis, Medical Lake. Mark Utley, cubmaster, 838-3722.

Native Plants - Ecology of Area Plants – Workshop. Saturday. 10 a.m.-noon, Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $12. 625-6677.

Tree Care Education Classes – The city of Hayden and the Community Forestry Commission are hosting Tree Care Education Classes on May 6, July 15, and September 2. Part 1: Planting Trees that Thrive: Benefits of Community Trees. Part 2: Tree Species and Site Selection: Proper Planting Techniques. Part 3: Practicing Proper After-Care: Proper Maintenance Techniques. Saturday. 10 a.m., Hayden City Hall, 8930 N. Government Way, Hayden, ID. Free. (208) 772-1011.

Building a New Patio or Walkway – Free workshop. Sunday. 1 p.m., Home Depot, 5617 E. Sprague; 9116 N. Newport Highway, 220 W. Kathleen Ave., Coeur d’Alene; 21701 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake. 534-8588; 466-8991; (208) 676-1441; 891-0613.

Baskets and Blooms for Mother’s Day – Children are invited to create a gift basket filled with flowers for Mother’s Day giving. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. Hours are May 12, 4-8 p.m., May 13, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. River Park Square Atrium Court, 808 W. Main Ave., street level. $10, includes a basket, flowers, and expert assistance. 363-0304.

Inland Empire District of Garden Clubs – Spring district meeting presented by officers of the Washington State Federation of Garden Clubs, with horticulture and floral design topics. May 12. 10 a.m., Finch Arboretum, 3404 W. Woodland Blvd. $8. 892-9184 or 624-2853.

Kootenai Field Days – Learn how to identify and manage noxious weeds. Attend an evening presentation by author and naturalist Jack Nisbet. Expand your understanding of the forests, plants and animals of the valley. Paddle down the Kootenai River. See history come alive at the spring encampment of the Northwest Brigade of the American Mountain Men and take part in a living history demonstration. Whether you come to one event or all, we hope to see you in the field. May 12-13. Ball Creek Ranch Preserve and Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, Bonners Ferry. (208) 676-8176.

Spokane Rose Society – Over 500 miniature roses will be for sale at this Mother’s Day weekend event, May 12 from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and May 13 from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Northwest Seed and Pet, 2422 E. Sprague. 443-1852.

Another Bloomin’ Craft Sale – Featuring craft booths, food and espresso, plants and flower arrangements from the landscape committee, and a Secondhand Rose room. Sponsored by Unity Church of Truth. May 13. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 2900 S. Bernard St. Free admission. 838-6518.

Garden Expo 2006 – Over 200 garden-related vendors will be at this expo presented by the Inland Empire Gardeners. May 13. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane Community College Lair, 1810 N. Greene St. Free. 535-8434.

Gardeners of Spokane Spring Plant Sale – Items for sale include annuals, perennials and vegetables. May 13. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Hutton Settlement Greenhouse, 10301 E. Upriver Drive. 924-7196.

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Painting Your Home’s Exterior – Free workshop. Thursday. 7 p.m., Home Depot, 5617 E. Sprague Ave.; 9116 N. Newport Highway, 220 W. Kathleen Ave., Coeur d’Alene; 21701 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake. 534-8588; 466-8991; (208) 676-1441; 891-0613.

Monroe Street Antique District Mother’s Day Sale – Nine antique stores from Monroe Street Bridge north to Dalton Avenue will have a sale with 10 percent to 50 percent off. May 12-14. Julie Button’s Antiques, 2907A N. Monroe. 324-2018.